Overachievement

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈətʃivmənt/

Overachievement (noun)

  1. Success that is more than expected, especially in school or work, when someone reaches a higher level than required.
  2. A pattern of aiming for and reaching results far above personal or official targets, often with strong effort.

Examples

  • Her overachievement made her forget to rest.
  • His overachievement pushed him to work late every day.